Committee on Publication Ethics

Consortium Publisher Canada: Commitment to COPE Standards

Upholding the Highest Ethical Standards in Publishing
At Consortium Publisher Canada, we are dedicated to maintaining integrity, transparency, and ethical practices in scholarly publishing. As part of this commitment, we fully comply with the guidelines set by the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE), ensuring that our editorial and publishing processes uphold the highest standards of professionalism.

What is COPE?
The Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE) is a global organization that provides guidance and resources to support editors, publishers, and authors in maintaining ethical standards in academic publishing. COPE promotes transparency, accountability, and integrity throughout the publication process.

Our Commitment to COPE Principles
Consortium Publisher Canada adheres to COPE's Core Practices, which include:

• Editorial Independence and Integrity: Ensuring unbiased and independent decision-making by our editorial team.
• Transparent Peer Review Process: Maintaining a fair, transparent, and constructive peer review process.
• Handling Misconduct Ethically: Addressing issues of research misconduct, plagiarism, or ethical breaches with integrity and confidentiality.
• Data Integrity and Transparency: Promoting accurate and transparent reporting of research findings.
• Authorship and Contribution Acknowledgment: Ensuring proper credit and acknowledgment for all contributors.

Ethical Guidelines for Authors, Reviewers, and Editors
We provide clear ethical guidelines for all stakeholders:

• For Authors: Ensuring originality, avoiding plagiarism, disclosing conflicts of interest, and providing accurate data.
• For Reviewers: Offering unbiased and constructive feedback while maintaining confidentiality.
• For Editors: Making fair and transparent editorial decisions based on scholarly merit.

How We Ensure Compliance with COPE

• Editorial Training and Resources: Our editorial team receives ongoing training on COPE guidelines and ethical best practices.
• Transparent Policies: We maintain clear and accessible policies on publication ethics, peer review, and corrections.
• Issue Resolution: We follow COPE's recommended procedures for handling ethical disputes, ensuring fairness and integrity.

Why COPE Compliance Matters
By complying with COPE, Consortium Publisher Canada fosters trust and credibility in the scholarly community. We are committed to protecting the rights of authors, reviewers, and readers, while promoting the dissemination of high-quality, ethically sound research.

Contact Us
To learn more about our ethical policies or how we comply with COPE guidelines, Contact Us today at office@consortiumpublisher.ca